We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in

STARTECH

STARTECH N6PAT6GRS Cat6 network ethernet cable 6 ft gray slim 28 AWG UTP

SKU CH-X4KN-1AGHH MPN N6PAT6GRS

A 6 ft Cat6 UTP patch cable with a 28 AWG slim design that is 36% thinner for flexible routing in high-density racks

  • Cable category6
  • First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
  • ShieldingUTP
  • Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
  • Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Slim 36% thinner profile fits dense racks
  • 28 AWG conductors keep runs flexible
  • 50-micron gold RJ45 contacts resist corrosion
  • Snagless clips protect tabs during moves
  • UTP Cat6 meets 568-C.2 patch-cord spec

Slim Cat6 for dense racks

This 6 ft Cat6 UTP patch cable uses a 28 AWG construction that is 36% thinner than standard Cat6 cables. The reduced diameter makes it practical for high-density data centres, crowded network closets and tight cable-management panels where space is limited. Snagless RJ45 connectors on both ends simplify routing and protect the locking tabs during installation.

Sustained Gigabit throughput

The cable meets the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 standard for patch-cord performance, so it maintains Gigabit Ethernet speeds over its full length without the signal degradation that can appear in longer or poorly shielded runs. Its 100% copper conductors and 50-micron gold-plated contacts keep resistance low and contact resistance stable, supporting reliable operation under continuous load in server rooms and wiring cabinets.

Replaces bulky Cat6 patch cords

Installers can swap out standard-diameter Cat6 cables to reclaim airflow space and simplify cable-management trays without changing the network infrastructure. The upgrade is worth it when rack density or panel congestion makes standard cables difficult to route, but it does not address needs for shielded cabling, outdoor ratings or lengths beyond 6 ft.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Ethernet & LAN Cables, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 9,945 comparable items (median $14.99).

New to this? Which coin should you pay with — what to check, what it costs to pay, and what is never asked for.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameN6PAT6GRS
Product typeNetwork Ethernet Cable
Product colorGray
Connectivity
Cable category6
Ports & slots
First connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Second connector1 x RJ-45 Male
Size & build
Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
ShieldingUTP
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size201 × 152 × 22 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 28 AWG slim design affect heat dissipation in a crowded rack?

The 36% thinner profile allows better airflow and optimises heat dissipation in high-density installations.

What devices need RJ-45 ports to use this cable?

Any two devices with standard RJ-45 Ethernet ports — such as switches, routers, servers or patch panels — will connect directly.

Will the 50-micron gold RJ-45 connectors mate reliably with older Cat5e patch panels?

Yes, the Cat6 RJ-45 connectors are backward compatible with Cat5e and Cat5 ports while meeting the ANSI/TIA-568-C.2 patch-cord standard.

More in Ethernet & LAN Cables

Similar items